Associate Professor, Research Lead - Broken Hill

• Full time fixed term until 17 December 2027

• Opportunity to join the leadership team at Broken Hill University Department of Rural Health (UDRH)

• Base Salary $174,618 - $192,371 + 17% superannuation (some support for relocation may be provided)

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney, Faculty of Medicine and Health, is seeking to appoint an Associate Professor (Research Lead) for the Broken Hill University Department of Rural Health (UDRH). 

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced researcher with national or international expertise in the areas of rural and remote health care, First Nations health, health workforce development and health service design. 

The position will be based in Broken Hill, far west NSW, providing Research Leadership for both the Far West Local Health District (FWLHD) and the Broken Hill University Department of Rural Health through a collaborative research partnership, ensuring the research governance requirements of both organisations are met and establishment and advancement of an integrated far west NSW research committee with representation from both organisations.

The successful applicant will have carriage of leading the implementation of a collaborative research framework, working across both organisations on discrete and shared areas of research priority and interest, contributing to the research priorities of the FWLHD, NSW Health, the Faculty of Medicine and Health's Rural Health Strategy and Rural Health Precinct.  The position will have a key role in supporting the establishment of a cross-sector First Nations Research Network in collaboration with the Poche Centre for Indigenous Health Research (University of Sydney),

The position will also provide Research Leadership for UDRH staff who are geographically distributed across far west, north and south west regions of NSW.  Travel to rural and remote communities located within the FWLHD and UDRH catchment will be required.

About you

• PHD in relevant Health discipline or research related field including Rural Health or First Nations Health

• national or international reputation in their discipline or area of expertise, with a supporting research profile including competitive research grants, publications and evidence of recognition within the broader research community

• wide network of established relationships with key academic, industry and professional institutions, partners and stakeholders that can be leveraged to enhance the standing of the discipline, school, faculty and University

• experience in people leadership within the higher education sector, including demonstrated success in supervising and/or mentoring others towards success

• understanding of and ability to lead and support an academic endeavour and producing leading research and providing a student enabling environment

• an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the key strategic issues in the higher education sector

• Proven experience in qualitative and quantitative research

• Track record of successful brand applications

• Currently living or ability to relocate to the Broken Hill area

• Have leadership in writing grants and accessing research grant funding and enhancing research capacity enhancing endeavours

• Current drivers licence

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Sponsorship / work rights forAustralia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit:NSW Health employment requirements

This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

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